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Tom Morello often uses his art to promote political careers-just like his other self night watchman, his album "Atlas Underground" and the musical group Rage against the Machine in which he participates Same as Prophets of Rage.

Of course, as long as people protest loudly, music has always played this important role.

"We will overcome" defines the civil rights era. Jimi Hendrix's interpretation of the "Stars and Stripes" redefines patriotism during the Vietnam War. Tom Morello's acoustic guitar was played during the Occupy Wall Street protests in 2011.

If you read Morello’s recent articles in his subscriber-only newsletter, you will hear his thoughts on music and the opening remarks of the conflicts of thought that shape today’s world.

Join our virtual event, only for Times subscribers, because Morello will delve into these topics. He will revisit the protest songs that define the moment of change-and explore what subscribers describe as the music that defines this moment of uncertainty. He will also welcome musicians from three different generations to a gathering full of music, dialogue and ideas.

Sitting in a virtual front seat, Morello welcomes Jackson Brown, the voice of change for the baby boom generation; Nadya Tolokonnikova of Pussy Riot, the band known for its powerful combination of punk art and radicalism (which eventually led to its being Imprisoned by the Russian government); and Nandi Bushell, an 11-year-old drummer prodigy, who has made waves on stage with Foo Fighters and songs calling for urgent action on climate change.

On December 15th, reply to the above "Voice of Activism with Tom Morello". This event will be hosted by Anna Sale, the host of the podcast "Death, Sex and Money," and it's free for Times subscribers.

Which song do you think best represents our era? Become part of the event by nominating a song and telling us why you think it is important.